by David Bollinger | Jul 14, 2025 | Annuities
David Bollinger Annuity Sales Consultant Volatility control indices (VCIs) have become a core component of many modern fixed indexed annuities (FIAs). Designed to manage market risk and optimize crediting potential, these custom-built indices offer more stable,...
by Chris Wholehan | Jul 8, 2025 | DI
Chris Wholehan CEO/Owner As we go through the planning process with clients, the focus on their investment planning tends to take center stage. Once we get their portfolios positioned properly and aligned with their goals and timeframes, we often use life insurance...
by Jacob Noble | Jul 1, 2025 | Annuities
Annuity Sales Consultant Retirement isn’t a one-time event; it’s an evolving journey that requires a clear vision and a flexible strategy. During a recent NAFA webinar, Tamiko Toland, founder of IncomePath, emphasized that the foundation of successful retirement...
by Jack Nachtrab | Jun 24, 2025 | Life
Jack Nachtrab Life Insurance Consultant In the permanent insurance world, the two main types of policies that accumulate a cash value are Whole Life and Indexed Universal Life. Both policies come with guaranteed death benefits and have similar features, riders, and...
by Tim Beauregard | Jun 16, 2025 | Annuities
Tim Beauregard VP-South Every June, financial professionals, insurance companies, and advocacy groups across the United States observe Annuity Awareness Month. The initiative was established to educate consumers about annuities and their role in retirement planning....
by Jody Horetski | Jun 10, 2025 | Life
Jody Horetski Life Insurance Consultant As we progress through 2025, it’s clear the life insurance landscape continues to shift. Staying informed about coverage gaps, consumer behavior, and growth opportunities is essential to serving today’s clients...
by Jacob Noble | May 19, 2025 | Annuities
Annuity Sales Consultant In today’s unpredictable economic environment, the word “volatility” continues to dominate conversations. It’s not just influencing the stock market; it’s also playing a major role in how fixed indexed annuities (FIAs) are priced and...
by Amber Bogart | May 5, 2025 | Annuities
Tim BeauregardRegional VP-South Annuity sales in the U.S. reached $105.4 billion in Q1 2025, down 1% from the record set a year ago, according to LIMRA. Despite the dip, this marks the sixth consecutive quarter where total sales exceeded $100 billion. LIMRA’s Bryan...
by Jody Horetski | Apr 28, 2025 | Long Term Care
Jody Horetski Life Insurance Consultant As Baby Boomers face the dual challenge of planning for longevity and the high cost of long-term care (LTC), hybrid life insurance policies with built in LTC benefits have emerged as a compelling option. These hybrid...
by David Bollinger | Apr 17, 2025 | Annuities
David Bollinger Annuity Sales Consultant For clients seeking stability, annuities continue to gain attention—and sales reflect that interest. In 2024, annuity sales hit $434.1 billion, up 13% year-over-year, according to LIMRA. Among the various options, fixed indexed...
